Philadelphia is set to get its own version of Monopoly, with the classic game getting a city twist this fall. The company behind Top Trumps USA, which has already released 30 community versions of Monopoly under license from Hasbro, is bringing a unique take on the board to the City of Brotherly Love.
To make it more inclusive and representative of the city's spirit, the public can nominate landmarks, businesses, and non-profit organizations for inclusion in the game. Nominations are open until February, allowing residents to have their say on which iconic spots will be featured on the game board.
Not all properties will stay true to the classic tokens, however – instead, the game will incorporate colloquialisms unique to Philadelphia. Fans of "jawn" are probably feeling a sense of nostalgia here. The classic pieces like the top hat and Scottie dog have been retained, but new additions will reflect the city's evolution over time.
This isn't the first Philly spin on Monopoly – a 1996 version featuring bygone businesses and historic sites was released before falling out of circulation. However, this new update promises to capture the essence of modern Philadelphia, with Barney stating that there will be both similarities and differences from the original game.
A panel of experts considering factors like history, reputation, and community engagement will also play a role in selecting properties for the board. Businesses that put up a strong campaign could potentially secure their place on the game as well.
Top Trumps USA representative Tim Barney recently visited Philadelphia to gather inspiration and will return within the month to finalize the selection process. When asked about his favorite spots, he mentioned touring iconic locations like the Philadelphia Art Museum, Rocky Steps, and LOVE Park – with the latter being a "strong contender" for inclusion in the game.
The company hopes that the new edition of Monopoly will be a love letter to the city, one that feels home to players. As Barney puts it, their goal is to create a game that resonates deeply with Philadelphians and leaves them feeling proud to be associated with it.
To make it more inclusive and representative of the city's spirit, the public can nominate landmarks, businesses, and non-profit organizations for inclusion in the game. Nominations are open until February, allowing residents to have their say on which iconic spots will be featured on the game board.
Not all properties will stay true to the classic tokens, however – instead, the game will incorporate colloquialisms unique to Philadelphia. Fans of "jawn" are probably feeling a sense of nostalgia here. The classic pieces like the top hat and Scottie dog have been retained, but new additions will reflect the city's evolution over time.
This isn't the first Philly spin on Monopoly – a 1996 version featuring bygone businesses and historic sites was released before falling out of circulation. However, this new update promises to capture the essence of modern Philadelphia, with Barney stating that there will be both similarities and differences from the original game.
A panel of experts considering factors like history, reputation, and community engagement will also play a role in selecting properties for the board. Businesses that put up a strong campaign could potentially secure their place on the game as well.
Top Trumps USA representative Tim Barney recently visited Philadelphia to gather inspiration and will return within the month to finalize the selection process. When asked about his favorite spots, he mentioned touring iconic locations like the Philadelphia Art Museum, Rocky Steps, and LOVE Park – with the latter being a "strong contender" for inclusion in the game.
The company hopes that the new edition of Monopoly will be a love letter to the city, one that feels home to players. As Barney puts it, their goal is to create a game that resonates deeply with Philadelphians and leaves them feeling proud to be associated with it.
! It's dope that they're making it more inclusive by letting the public nominate landmarks and businesses for inclusion - talk about community engagement, right? 
I love how they're incorporating colloquialisms like "jawn" to give it a true Philadelphian vibe. And, omg, I'm curious to see which spots will make the cut! 
Has anyone else been to those iconic locations Barney mentioned? I need to get my game face on and start researching which ones would be the best fit for the board 
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just saw this news about Philly's new Monopoly game 
and I'm so stoked! 
they're letting the public choose which landmarks and businesses will make the cut 
it's a great way to get everyone involved 
and make the game feel more authentic 
into the game, it's such a unique aspect of Philly culture 
can't wait to see which spots will be featured on the board 
and whether my fave spot (LOVE Park 
) will make the cut 
to ensure that the game is both historically accurate and representative of the community 
gotta love that Top Trumps USA is putting so much thought into this update 
but whats with all the different tokens? can we just stick to the originals or are they trying to make it too edgy for kids? 
idk maybe im just old school lol
I think it's dope that they're making it more inclusive and letting the public nominate spots they want to see on the board. It'll be sick to have some of our city's iconic landmarks like LOVE Park and Rocky Steps featured in the game. And yay, "jawn" is back! 
It's gonna be awesome to play with a twist that reflects modern Philly. Plus, I love how they're making it feel more personal by getting feedback from the community. That way, players can really connect with the game and feel proud to be from the city. Let's get this Philly Monopoly party started! 
. I mean, sure, it's cool that we get to see some of our iconic spots featured on the board, but there's gotta be more to this than just a fun little game... maybe they're trying to shape public opinion or something? 
. Can't wait to see how it all comes together!
. Can't wait to see which iconic spots make the cut! The Rocky Steps already feel like they'd be a solid contender - what's not to love about running up 'em? 
It's gonna be interesting to see how it all shakes out! 
i hope they include some hidden gems too, like those awesome street art murals in south philly... fingers crossed!!!